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Friday, June 15, 2007

klt:works GIVEAWAY

It's Friday! And that means a giveaway {through Monday}. I'm jazzed about today, actually. I fell in love with KLT: Worksmonths ago when we first started this blog.

Kristin Loffer Theiss{owner and designer} creates products that I could only dream up, specifically her klt:kids line. I am truly thrilled about today's giveaway:

A Flights of Fancy Onesie {3-6 or 6-12 month} paired with a Plush Dewey Long Legs

The perfect baby gift [retail $60]

Dewey Long Legs is the perfect accent in a nursery, while being soft and cuddly enough for a baby to snuggle beside. Her products are 100% handmade, fresh out out of the studio. I want you to get to know Kristin and her work. She radiates joy and truly inspires those around her.

Where did you go to school?I went to the School of Visual Arts in NYC after receiving my undergrad at Central Washington University.

Applaud: Both small town + big city girl

When did you first learn to "create?"My mother sewed most of my clothing when I was young. Even then I had a clear idea of my aesthetic. I never wanted bows or lace- just clean lines and form following function. I was a modern kid through and through. I always enjoyed looking at fabric and making strange outfits and furniture for my Barbie’s too. As odd as it sounds, I also learned to create by being a big sister. I made so many things to entertain my brother. We had agreat, active, imaginary playtime. We had a playroom with a wall painted with chalkboard paint- for endless drawing and great set design possibilities. Creating things was also a way of problem solving and learning over the years.

Note to self: Chalkboard paint = cool

What are your favorite "tunes" to listen to while in the studio?I am a music junkie. I listen to my ipod 24/7 and it is full of a wide variety of music. These 3 are constantly favorites and great to work to in the studio: Rufus Wainwright, Be Good Tanyas and Django Rienhardt. Artists that have been getting played a lot lately are: Joe Purdy, Brett Dennen and Sufjan Stevens.

Sidenote: We love these bands too!

Who is your personal favorite plush character?If I were to pick a favorite, it might be Ollie the Owl. But, I am quite enamored with Lou and Louise Snail too. They completely crack me up. I really like all of them, but those are my top two.

Is there anything you would like our readers to know about KLT:Works?I guess it would be good for people to know that KLT: Works is a very small business. It is really just me that does everything. Everything is made by hand with a lot of care to attention and detail.

Sidenote: We love small business, especially one's run by women!

Down-to-earth and totally personable...if you are ever in the Northwest, please drop her a line. She'd be one to meet you at the local coffee shop. The bestnews of all? Kristin recently found out that she is expecting. Her first! Congratulations to Kristin on her upcoming arrival!

Also! When you purchase directly throughKLT:Works {through June} she will include a handmade set of notecards to your order.

[life in the nest giveaway rules:]*you must enter a comment on this post-with your name.*please only enter once.*entry will be open until midnight PST Monday. {comments posted after this will not be considered.}*at this time, we can't guarantee international shipping of giveaway prizes. {do you have a friend with a domestic address? is he/she nice enough to accept the package for you? comment away.*winner will be announced on Tangled and True on Tuesday morning.

103 comments:

What a super cute set. I love "natural" baby products and have just the perfect little guy that would look adorable in that onsie and would love to cuddle up to that plushy. I would be honored to win. Thanks.

how precious are those?! I LOVE toys and clothes that match! The whole line is great, and I would love to win! Congrats to Krisitn on the baby...that is so exciting. I can only imagine the adorable things that she will create for her own babino!

OH my gosh, I am in love with these onesies, I can hardly stand it!! The little plushie is so cute also and would be so cute in my babies room which will be here in October!! I would be so excited to win and and want my little guy to wear them every day!! (:

My best friend just found out that she is expecting her first. I've already begun to shower her and her mini-me, as she calls her unborn child, with gifts and the onesie and adorable bird would be a lovely contribution. And by the way, thanks for the great read - I just discovered the blog the other day!

I would love to win this for my little man Van, he needs clothes right now in the worst way. I am a designer but on maternity leave still and getting ready to go back to work. Check him out vanerwin.com